Baptist Health·Montgomery, Alabama
The Mental Health Technician provides direct patient care, including assisting with daily living activities and admission/discharge procedures. They also facilitate patient groups and perform safety and location checks under the direction of nursing staff.
Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org. Highlights: Summary: The Mental Health Technician shall provide patient care at the direction of the Charge Nurse or Registered Nurse. The Technician shall be responsible to assist patients with activities of daily living, and to assist with admission and discharge procedures. This individual shall lead or serve as co-facilitator for patient groups, as well as to orient new patients to the unit environment. The Technician shall complete safety/location checks of all patients, and other care functions as assigned by the Charge Nurse. This position may have additional duties assigned that are in scope of the role. Education / Experience: High School graduate or equivalent required. Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician Certification or equivalent experience. License / Certification: CNA or PCT certification preferred, BLS required, additional certifications (Secure, etc) may be required depending upon area assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Requires stable physical and mental health
Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing,
Frequently cope with stressful/rapidly changing situations.
Knowledge of body mechanics and basic safety, principles of physical care and comfort.
Medical terminology training preferred.
Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns. Work Conditions/Physical Requirements: Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation. Primary Location: Crossbridge Behavioral Health Job: Mental Health Technician Mental Health Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift: Third Shift (United States of America)
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and hold a Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician certification. A BLS certification is required, and the role demands the ability to handle stressful situations and maintain stable physical and mental health.
Market context
Mental Health Technician roles in Alabama are typically driven by ongoing staffing needs in hospitals, behavioral health units, and other care settings that support patients with acute mental health needs. These positions are competitive because employers often look for candidates who can combine patient care skills with calm communication, physical stamina, and required credentials like CNA or PCT certification plus BLS. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and highlight any direct experience with de-escalation or hands-on patient support before applying.